Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
motleyi
ID:
627234

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Ruhsam

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 157: 121 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000626566

Common Names

  • Gynochthodes motleyi
  • Motley's Gynochthodes
  • Motley Gynochthodes

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Synonyms

  • Tetralopha motleyi Hook.f. [valid]

Description

Gynochthodes motleyi (also called Motley's Gynochthodes, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, white flowers and oval leaves. It is native to tropical regions of South and Central America and is found in wet forests and along rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Gynochthodes motleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynochthodes motleyi has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long stems with alternate, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynochthodes motleyi is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m (10 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a rooting medium.

Where to Find Gynochthodes motleyi

Gynochthodes motleyi is native to India and can be found in the Western Ghats.

Gynochthodes motleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynochthodes motleyi?

Gynochthodes motleyi

What is the family of Gynochthodes motleyi?

Rubiaceae

What is the common name of Gynochthodes motleyi?

Motley's Gynochthodes

Species in the Gynochthodes genus

Gynochthodes motleyi, Gynochthodes polillensis, Gynochthodes sessilis, Gynochthodes oresbia, Gynochthodes australiensis, Gynochthodes coriacea, Gynochthodes epiphytica, Gynochthodes lenticellata, Gynochthodes macrophylla, Gynochthodes mindanaensis, Gynochthodes nigra, Gynochthodes oligantha, Gynochthodes philippinensis, Gynochthodes proboscidea, Gynochthodes puberula, Gynochthodes pubifolia, Gynochthodes verticillata, Gynochthodes retusa, Gynochthodes ammitia, Gynochthodes artensis, Gynochthodes badia, Gynochthodes bartlingii, Gynochthodes billardierei, Gynochthodes brevipes, Gynochthodes bucidifolia, Gynochthodes calciphila, Gynochthodes callicarpifolia, Gynochthodes candollei, Gynochthodes canthoides, Gynochthodes celebica, Gynochthodes cinnamomifoliata, Gynochthodes citrina, Gynochthodes cochinchinensis, Gynochthodes collina, Gynochthodes constipata, Gynochthodes costata, Gynochthodes decipiens, Gynochthodes deplanchei, Gynochthodes elliptifolia, Gynochthodes elmeri, Gynochthodes gjellerupii, Gynochthodes glaucescens, Gynochthodes glomerata, Gynochthodes grayi, Gynochthodes hainanensis, Gynochthodes hirtella, Gynochthodes hispida, Gynochthodes hollrungiana, Gynochthodes howiana, Gynochthodes hupehensis,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-274348: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Markus Ruhsam: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruhsam' in the authors string.